La terminal
Example: La terminal de l'aeroport està plena de viatgers esperant.
Definition
"La terminal" refers to the main building or area at an airport, bus station, or similar transport hub where passengers arrive, depart, and wait for their travel connections. It serves as a central point for ticketing, boarding, and other passenger services.
Etymology
The term "la terminal" comes from the Latin word 'terminus,' meaning 'boundary' or 'end point.' It evolved to signify a final station or end point in transportation, which is why terminals mark the start or end of a journey. Did you know? The word 'terminal' is used similarly in English and many other languages, highlighting its widespread relevance in travel contexts.
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"La terminal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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